2003 Acura EL vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 440 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | EL | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
